October 4th is officially Ship in A Bottle Day and Taco Day.
We made it to day 277 of the year and there’s only 88 days left to go until we reach the new year.
Those of you who were born on this day share the Libra star sign.
October 4 in history was a day of disasters, inventions and so much more. Here you’ll discover some interesting facts and events that all make this day such an important one in history.
Did you know that on this day in 1957, Sputnik 1 became Earth’s first artificial satellite to go into orbit? It orbited for three weeks before its batteries died and then crashed down two weeks later.
Keep reading for more facts about October 4th in history!
What Happened On October 4 In History?
2017
UK Prime Minister Theresa May was “pink slipped” during her speech at the Conservative National Conference.
Officially it was a P45 Termination of Employment paper.
The second largest cash robbery in US history was committed.
In Charlotte, North Carolina the Loomis, Fargo & Co vaults were robbed of $17.3 million USD! 24 people were convicted for the theft and 88% of the money was recovered.
Did you know that on this day, October 4th 1957, Sputnik 1 became Earth's first artificial satellite to go into orbit?